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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Khalil Shakir vs Ryan FlournoyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Khalil Shakir is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Khalil Shakir is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Khalil Shakir and Ryan Flournoy are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRBuffalo Bills#48PPG LEADER

Khalil Shakir

PPG

8.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

719

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

WRDallas Cowboys#55

Ryan Flournoy

PPG

7.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

475

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Khalil Shakir

Ryan Flournoy

Head to Head

8.1 PPG7.2 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Khalil Shakir: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #48 at the position). Ryan Flournoy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Khalil Shakir is producing at 37% of elite pace and Ryan Flournoy at 33%. That ranking gap means Khalil Shakir carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Khalil Shakir vs Ryan Flournoy: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Khalil Shakir finished the 2025 season at 8.1 PPG over 16 games with the Buffalo Bills, while Ryan Flournoy clocked in at 7.2 across 13 appearances for the Dallas Cowboys. A 0.9-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Target volume is the story here. Khalil Shakir saw 95 targets in 2025, while Ryan Flournoy drew 56. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Khalil Shakir, even in weeks where Ryan Flournoy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

One scheduling note: Khalil Shakir is off Week 7 and Ryan Flournoy Week 14. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in wide receiver for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Khalil Shakir (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Ryan Flournoy (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Khalil Shakir outscored Ryan Flournoy by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Khalil Shakir played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ryan Flournoy's 13. That durability gap means Khalil Shakir contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Khalil Shakir scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Khalil Shakir saw 95 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Khalil Shakir vs Ryan Flournoy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Khalil Shakir	Ryan Flournoy
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	7.2
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	130	94
Receptions	72	40
Rec/Game	4.5	3.1
Receiving Yards	719	475
Rec Yds/Game	44.9	36.5
Receiving TDs	4	4
Targets	95	56
Target Share/Game	5.9	4.3
Age	26	26
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Khalil Shakir at 8.1 PPG, 0.9 points per game above Ryan Flournoy's 7.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Khalil Shakir or Ryan Flournoy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Khalil Shakir has the edge at 8.1 PPG compared to Ryan Flournoy's 7.2 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Khalil Shakir and Ryan Flournoy average in 2025?▾

Khalil Shakir averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ryan Flournoy averaged 7.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Khalil Shakir and Ryan Flournoy's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Khalil Shakir (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Ryan Flournoy (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Khalil Shakir or Ryan Flournoy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Khalil Shakir outscored Ryan Flournoy by 0.9 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.